Castletech Inc | St Louis Concrete Countertop Contractor
Besides our great pre-cast polished concrete countertops, we have a product called CastleCrete. This product is used to transform your existing kitchen countertop, vanity top or any other table type of surface and vanities. This method of refinishing your existing Countertop or VanityTop will save you money but still looks great. If you have been thinking of replacing your countertop, let CastleTech refinish your existing top with our unique product. Many different looks to choose from. Granite, stained concrete, marble, stone.....just to name a few. These countertops were originally just plain Formica tops untill we came in and refinished the surface with our unique process. The surface never has to be resealed unlike regular Granite. Many different colors to choose from. We can use colors that will compliment or match the decor that you already have. The epoxy that we use has a heat rating of up to 500 degrees and is almost scratch proof. The best part....it is a lot less expensive than you think. Availabe in glossy,semi-glossy and matt finishes.
Advantages of a Countertop Overlay - The overlay method is significantly cheaper than solid concrete, especially when done on an existing countertop.
- It won't be nearly as heavy as solid concrete which can weigh 25lbs per sq ft. Overlaying an existing top adds only a few pounds. This methods eliminates any concerns of the cabinets not being able to support concrete.
- You can make the entire countertop seamless including the backsplash, which isn't possible with any of the other traditional countertop materials .
- It makes installation much easier and less messy, especially with the "cast in place" method.
The only disadvantage of a countertop overlay versus solid concrete is less versatility. You can't embed objects such as cutting boards or broken glass like you can in concrete. However, overlays are still very versatile and you are only limited by your imagination.
Existing Countertop Overlay Countertop overlays can be done on your existing tops. Of course it can only be done if the countertop is still in good shape structurally. Unless you want to change the size or shape, then consider an overlay instead of ripping out the tops and replacing with new.
So how do you get an overlay to stick to the countertop? You have to scar, scratch, grind the surface to get rid of the coatings and get down to the raw material. This will allow the primer for the overlay to penetrate the pores for a good bond.
All overlay systems for countertops will require a primer to be rolled on before applying the topping. Once that dries, the overlay goes down with a trowel. Then you can stain/color it and seal it.
Countertop overlays are one of the least expensive but most dramatic ways to spruce up a kitchen or a bathroom. The best part is each one can be unique and customized just for you.
Please give us a call about this product at 314-517-7161 or
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info@CastleTechStone.com